Robert Hatfield

Preachers in Training

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The podcast about all things preaching and ministry.

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Robert Hatfield

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“Forgiven, Forgiving and Free: The Peace of Living Without a Past” with Dan Winkler (Preachers in Training S6E3) 24.08.2017 22:45

Preachers in Training Season 6, Episode 3 for Thursday, August 24, 2017 Dan Winkler is on this episode to discuss his new book Forgiven, Forgiving and Free: The Peace of Living Without a Past. Click here to purchase Forgiven, Forgiving and Free: The Peace of Living Without a Past ($9.99 plus tax). Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers […]

“Evangelizing the Unchurched” with Jeremiah Tatum (Preachers in Training S6E2) 17.08.2017 39:03

Preachers in Training Season 6, Episode 2 for Thursday, August 17, 2017 Jeremiah Tatum is back on Preachers in Training to discuss the “unchurched.” Who are they? How can we reach them? Jeremiah offers five practical tips. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training Your Feedback Email: preachers@thelightnetwork.tv Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed […]

“How to Listen to a Sermon” with David Sproule (Preachers in Training S6E1) 10.08.2017 37:20

Preachers in Training Season 6, Episode 1 for Thursday, August 10, 2017 David Sproule discusses why it is important for preachers to listen to other preachers preach, and offers tips for how to maximize your time at a lectureship or conference. David is one of the ministers at the Palm Beach Lakes church of Christ in […]

[Encore Episode] “Avoiding Being ‘Preachy'” with Jeremiah Tatum (Preachers in Training) 03.08.2017 27:45

Preachers in Training Season 3, Episode 12 for Thursday, April 28, 2016 Jeremiah Tatum, preacher for the Willow Avenue church of Christ in Cookeville, TN, joins Robert to discuss being “preachy.” Brother Tatum recently wrote a blog post about this topic on A Legacy of Faith. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training […]

[Encore Episode] “Sermon Types” with Wade Webster (Preachers in Training) 27.07.2017 36:03

Preachers in Training Season 3, Episode 7 for Thursday, February 25, 2016 Wade Webster joins Preachers in Training today to discuss topical, textual, and expository sermons. Find out which type of sermon he prefers and generally recommends for preachers. Plus, Wade and Robert discuss why it is important to vary the types of sermons from time to time. Links […]

[Encore Episode] “Planning Sermons” with Adam Faughn (Preachers in Training) 20.07.2017 38:35

Preachers in Training Season 4, Episode 9 for Thursday, October 20, 2016 Adam Faughn is here this week to discuss the pros and cons of sermon planning. Adam details how he plans his sermons, and reminds preachers to retain flexibility in their planning schedules. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training A Legacy of […]

[Encore Episode] “Sound Doctrine” with Cliff Goodwin (Preachers in Training) 13.07.2017 37:56

Preachers in Training Season 3, Episode 9 for Friday, April 8, 2016 Cliff Goodwin joins Robert to discuss the importance of sound doctrine, and the impact that it can have both on your own soul as upon the souls of those to whom you preach. This episode of Preachers in Training is a part of The Light […]

[Encore Episode] “Sheep Swapping” with Wayne Jones (Preachers in Training) 06.07.2017 32:04

Preachers in Training Season 3, Episode 6 for Thursday, February 18, 2016 This week’s episode addresses the issue of people moving from one congregation to another one across town. Robert and his guest, Wayne Jones, discuss the answers to the following questions: Is it a sin to jump from one congregation to another? Why do some preachers […]

[Encore Episode] “Ten Things Every Preacher in Training Needs to Know” (Preachers in Training) 29.06.2017 32:02

Season 2, Episode 9 For Thursday, October 8, 2015 “Ten Things Every Preacher in Training Needs to Know HOST: Robert Hatfield Show Notes: All Christians are called to exemplify Christ in their thoughts, words, and deeds. This is especially true for preachers due to the amount of influence we have in the congregations […]

[Encore Episode] “Encouraging Fellow Preachers” with Dale Jenkins and Jeff Jenkins (Preachers in Training) 22.06.2017 34:35

Preachers in Training Season 3, Episode 10 for Thursday, April 14, 2016 Dale Jenkins and Jeff Jenkins join Robert to discuss how preachers can communicate with and encourage fellow preachers. They offer many practical tips for preachers to minister to each other. Links The Jenkins Institute TJI Preaching & Ministry Podcast (You can also listen on YouTube) The […]

[Encore Episode] “How Do You Know If You’re Called to Be a Preacher?” Part 2 with Steve Higginbotham (Preachers in Training) 15.06.2017 24:50

Season 1, Episode 13 For Thursday, April 30, 2015 “How Do You Know If You’re Called to Be a Preacher?” Part 2 HOST: Robert Hatfield GUEST: Steve Higginbotham Show Notes: Steve Higginbotham joins Preachers in Training today to discuss a question from a PIT listener: “How do you know if your called to be a preacher? Is […]

[Encore Episode] “How Do You Know If You’re Called to Be a Preacher?” Part 1 with Steve Higginbotham (Preachers in Training) 08.06.2017 23:57

Season 1, Episode 12 For Thursday, April 23, 2015 “How Do You Know If You’re Called to Be a Preacher?” Part 1 HOST: Robert Hatfield GUEST: Steve Higginbotham Show Notes: Steve Higginbotham joins Preachers in Training today to discuss a question from a PIT listener: “How do you know if your called to be a preacher? […]

[Encore Episode] “When Preachers Struggle” with Wes McAdams (Preachers in Training) 01.06.2017 32:23

Season 2, Episode 1 For Thursday, August 6, 2015 “When Preachers Struggle” HOST: Robert Hatfield GUEST: Wes McAdams Show Notes: Preachers often help others through their struggles. But who helps the preacher when he struggles? Wes McAdams, of RadicallyChristian.com and the Baker Heights church of Christ, is here to discuss When Preachers Struggle. […]

“Don’t Stop Learning” with Paul Sain (Preachers in Training S5E20) 25.05.2017 40:09

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 20 for Thursday, May 25, 2017 Paul Sain, owner of Sain Publications, discusses the need for preachers of all ages to continue to pursue growing in their knowledge of God’s word. The Preachers in Training Conference will be Friday, November 3, 2017! Dan Winkler will be the speaker. Click here for more information, and […]

“Handling Public Disagreements” with Ben Giselbach (Preachers in Training S5E19) 18.05.2017 49:31

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 19 for Thursday, May 18, 2017 Ben Giselbach, preacher for the Edgewood church of Christ in Columbus, GA and blogger at Plain Simple Faith, offers ten tips to help us respond in public disagreements. The Preachers in Training Conference will be Friday, November 3, 2017! Dan Winkler will be the speaker. Click […]

“Youth Ministry” with Jerry Elder (Preachers in Training S5E18) 11.05.2017 47:22

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 18 for Thursday, May 11, 2017 Robert discusses the ins and outs of youth ministry with Jerry Elder. They discuss different philosophies about youth ministry, how youth ministry has changed over the years, safe-guards that youth ministries need to have in place, and how to effectively incorporate social media into […]

“Working With Other Ministers” with Chris McCurley (Preachers in Training S5E17) 04.05.2017 39:05

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 17 for Thursday, May 4, 2017 Chris McCurley, pulpit minister for the Oldham Lane church of Christ in Abilene, Texas, discusses how preachers can work well with other ministers. The points Chris discusses here are also applicable for preachers cooperating with other Christians within the congregation (such as elders or deacons) […]

“When the Former Preacher Stays” with Justin Paschall (Preachers in Training S5E16) 27.04.2017 36:06

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 16 for Thursday, April 27, 2017 Justin Paschall preaches in Ripley, Tennessee, where the beloved brother Robert Taylor preached for several decades. Justin describes the relationship he has with brother Taylor and offers suggestions for preachers who find themselves preaching where the former preacher stayed. Links Click here for all […]

“Balancing Ministry and Secular Work” with Joey Ferrell (Preachers in Training S5E15) 20.04.2017 49:19

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 15 for Thursday, April 20, 2017 Joey Ferrell, a bi-vocational preacher, discusses the challenges and benefits of preaching and working in a secular job. He offers some practical suggestions for bi-vocational preachers in terms of arranging their working situation with the congregation they serve and tips for time management. Links […]

“Church Marketing” with Michael Whitworth (Preachers in Training S5E14) 13.04.2017 53:10

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 14 for Thursday, April 13, 2017 Robert sits down with Michael Whitworth to discuss social media tips that congregations can use to reach people through the Internet. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training Services Mentioned in This Episode: Buffer (social media management) Hootesuite (social media management) Canva (online solution to […]

“The 10 Commandments for PowerPoint” with Michael Whitworth (Preachers in Training S5E13) 06.04.2017 50:26

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 13 for Thursday, April 6, 2017 Michael Whitworth joins Robert this week to discuss ten guidelines for using presentations in sermons or Bible classes. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training Your Feedback Email: preachers@thelightnetwork.tv Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on […]

“‘A Preacher’s Work is Preaching’ – Really?” with David Powell (Preachers in Training S5E12) 30.03.2017 40:07

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 12 for Thursday, March 30, 2017 Dr. David Powell has taught The Preacher and His Work course at Freed-Hardeman University for over 20 years. He joins us today to discuss the work of a preacher, and how every aspect of it relates to the pulpit in one way or another. Links Click […]

“Training Young Men to Preach” with Gary Hampton (Preachers in Training S5E11) 23.03.2017 41:04

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 11 for Thursday, March 23, 2017 Gary Hampton offers tips for preachers to help train young men to preach and lead in worship. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training Your Feedback Email: preachers@thelightnetwork.tv Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed the show, please rate it on iTunes […]

“Sermon Length” with Jeff Jenkins (Preachers in Training S5E10) 16.03.2017 28:34

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 10 for Thursday, March 16, 2017 Jeff Jenkins, part of The Jenkins Institute and the preacher for the Lewisville church of Christ in Lewisville, TX, joins Robert on this episode to discuss the length of our messages. How long should one preach? What should a preacher do when he is […]

“Mike Vestal on Balanced Reading: Bible and Other Books” Part 2 (Preachers in Training S5E9) 09.03.2017 36:56

Preachers in Training Season 5, Episode 9 for Thursday, March 9, 2017 Mike Vestal returns this week to discuss the role of books in helping a preacher or a Bible study in learning God’s word. He and Robert discuss whether it is appropriate to read works written by those with whom we would theologically disagree. This […]